07th April, 2026
Hotel: Scenic Suites & Heartland Hotel Queenstown
Location: 27 Stanley Street, Queenstown 9300
Employment Type: Full-time permanent position.
Hours of Work: Guaranteed 40 hours per week, on a rotating roster, including weekends from Monday - Sunday.
Explore: https://www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz/queenstown/heartland-hotel-queenstown/
The Restaurant and Bar Manager role is an excellent opportunity for an experienced professional looking to grow, take on new challenges, and lead a dynamic team in a stunning Queenstown location.
Your Role: What You'll Do and Your Responsibilities:
- Oversight of the running of the department including determining work requirements and allocation of duties.
- Preparation and maintenance of Food & Beverage department rosters and attendance records.
- Planning, forecasting, budgeting and controlling all departmental costs.
- Assisting in the design of seasonal food & beverage menus.
- Oversight of day-to-day activity of Food & Beverage staff, and ensuring that training is coordinated, structured, and aligned with service standards.
- Taking a proactive approach to implementing service improvements to drive departmental success.
- Driving patronage and revenues through in-house as well as local marketing.
- Fostering a positive work atmosphere and maintaining effective communication within the team.
- Any additional tasks reasonably requested by Hotel Manager or General Manager.
Preferred Skills, Experience & Qualifications: - 3-5 years relevant Food & Beverage experience, with at least 2 years in a supervisory or managerial role, and
- An LCQ qualification, and a current Managers Certificate.
- A relevant tertiary qualification in hospitality or related field would be an advantage.
- Knowledge of food and beverage trends, local suppliers, and wine pairings.
- Ability to drive upselling and increase average spend per guest.
- Strong leadership, communication, and organisational skills.
- Strong commitment to delivering memorable guest experiences.
Why Choose Scenic Hotel Group?
We're New Zealand's biggest locally owned hotel group, with 18 properties all over the country.
We Do IT: Now, Right, Together, and Sustainably
Now: We act fast “Now” for exceptional guest experiences
Right: We get it “Right” from the start, with ongoing training to elevate our service quality.
Together: We grow “Together” in a team that boosts our work and guest experiences.
Sustainably: We're fully committed to “Sustainability” driving a positive impact for our planet.
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For more opportunities within our group, visit: https://www.scenichotelgroup.co.nz/careers/
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